Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside Charitable Trust

Purpose of the Trust

To promote the improvement of literacy and numeracy through

• the provision of resources to kindergartens, schools and other educational institutions
• the provision of scholarships and prizes for academic achievement
• providing assistance to other organisations working to improve literacy and numeracy

To improve our community by meeting needs of the following through service and fundraising projects

• needs of the aged or infirm
• needs of women and children
• needs of those affected by poverty
• public health needs

To promote the development of leadership and vocational skills in the community through

• Provision and sponsorship of leadership courses to young people
• Provision of vocational skills training and or support to vocational training institutions

To improve any of the following:

• Public amenities including public halls, libraries, museums, parks and gardens, sporting and pool facilities of a similar nature
• The natural environment
• Protection of human life through rescue and emergency services
• Protection of welfare of animals
• Social rehabilitation resources

To provide assistance to other charitable organisations through hands-on service, fundraising events and or the provision of sponsorship.

To provide other assistance to our community or other communities in times of disaster.

To otherwise encourage participation in the community on a non-partisan basis.

Structure of the Trust

The Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside Charitable Trust maintains a Trust Structure with five appointed Trustees from members of the Rotary Club of Bishopdale Burnside who are appointed for a three year terms. Trustees are eligible for re-appointment on a rotating basis and are appointed by each current President of the Rotary Club.

Each year, the Trustees elect a Chairperson and Secretary and appoint a Treasurer who may not be a Trustee. The Trust will also appoint an Auditor.

The Trust’s Financial year ends on 30  June.

Annually in December a report is filed with the Charities Commission.